October 11th, 2024
Arts & Entertainment News
Hollywood is coming to the Quad Cities! Join us on Thursday October 24 for an evening with filmmaker Andrew Davis, director of classics like THE FUGITIVE, HOLES, and UNDER SIEGE. Andrew Davis and author Jeff Biggers will visit The Last Picture House to celebrate the release of their newest novel, “Disturbing the Bones”, accompanied by […]
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October 11th, 2024
Milan
MILAN, IL. — FOL-DA-TANK®, an originator of top-quality portable water tanks and related emergency response technology, based in Milan, is helping East Coast communities devastated by the hurricanes Helene and Milton. FOL-DA-TANK® has sent a number of supplies to help the communities, including 70 3,000 gallon pillow tanks for water needs, a number of folding […]
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October 9th, 2024
Arts & Entertainment News
“Shrek: The Musical” will be performed at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.) Thursday, Oct. 10 at the Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport. “Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a […]
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October 9th, 2024
Davenport
Local, state and national elections will be Nov. 5. For our democracy to thrive, it is important for everyone to learn about the issues, register to vote and go to the polls. One Human Family of the QCA, a community-based human rights organization, will offer that opportunity in a fun way — and help raise […]
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October 9th, 2024
Arts & Entertainment News
The Odyssey Experience is playing at Davenport Junior Theatre from Saturday, October 12th through October 20th at 1 & 4pm on Saturdays, and 3pm on Sundays. The interactive 60-minute play is based on Homer’s epic The Odyssey. The Junior Theatre cast includes 24 students ages 10–18 led by our Artistic Director, Ashley Becher. “I’m so excited for audiences […]
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October 8th, 2024
Arts & Entertainment News
Visit Quad Cities will host the 2024 Major League Fishing Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Regional Championships will be held on October 10-12, 2024, in Rock Island, Illinois. This highly anticipated tournament will feature four of the 24 divisions across the country, with 160 boats (160 anglers and 160 co-anglers) competing on Mississippi River pools 13-17. Some […]
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October 8th, 2024
Arts & Entertainment News
WQPT PBS is seeking volunteers for Imagination Station, their biggest children’s event of the year. Held on Saturday, October 19th, with thousands of children attending, volunteers will assist with set-up, activity stations, costumed PBS characters, and other fun tasks. “It was the best day of my life!” That’s what one of WQPT’s guests once said […]
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October 8th, 2024
Moline
Show off your finned, feathered, and furry family member by entering our 2nd Annual QCAWC Pet Photo Calendar Contest Presented by Green Family Auto! Not only will you WIN bragging rights, but you will also have your pet featured in our 2025 calendar and the chance to win some cool prizes! New this year reserve a SPOT! Pick […]
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October 8th, 2024
Moline
The Western Illinois University Autism Center of Excellence (WACE) was recently announced as a recipient of a $5,000 grant from the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois & Northeast Missouri. WIU Speech Pathology and Audiology Instructor and WACE Co-Coordinator Nicole Pierson attended the Community Foundation’s awards presentation on Tuesday, August 13. “The Community Foundation works […]
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October 7th, 2024
Davenport
Gilda’s Club is holding Group Dinners Tuesdays, 5:00-6:00 pm. Join us for dinner at Gilda’s Club Davenport before Tuesday evening groups and Kid’s Club/Teen Time. If you’re coming to group, save your energy and time by joining us for dinner first! Please RSVP at least a day in advance to ensure a spot at the table!! […]
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